How Protestants Can Justify the Doctrinal Development of the Reformation
How can Protestants justify a belief in the doctrine of justification by faith alone, when it was “invented” in the sixteenth century? How can we believe in...
Distinguishing Between Essentials and Non-Essentials
Here is a chart to help distinguish between those things that are essential (cardinal) and those things that are non-essential (non-cardinal). There is an explanation below....
Five Reasons I Reject the Doctrine of Transubstantiation
The doctrine of Transubstantiation is the belief that the elements of the Lord’s table (bread and wine) supernaturally transform into the body and blood of Christ during...
All of Church History in Just 45 Minutes
Michael and Tim were invited this week by the Oklahoma chapter of the Gospel Coalition to teach a group of pastors a high-level overview of all Church History in less than 45...
So What?: A Question on Blogging and Edification
(Lisa Robinson) Yesterday, I got into a discussion with one of my classmates about The Bible mini-series. I wasn’t able to catch the first episode but I received some...
Why Peter is My Best Friend
We try to make friends with people who are like us. This is a dangerous business, as it can worsen our own problems, since our friendships often serve to justify within...
When You Are Sick of Theology
Theological Avoidance fallacy: n. Thinking theology is impractical for true Christian living. This is very common in our world. It is also, to some degree, understandable....
Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you be like him yourself.
I think this video encapsulates the proverb quite well. “Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you be like him yourself.” – Proverbs 26:4
Are Rewards in Heaven Based on Our Effort or God's Grace?
Rewards in heaven. I hope to have some, but the idea of rewards in heaven is difficult to fit into my theology. My mother used to say, “As long as I make it, I don’t care if I...